Family Lawyer 5+ Years PQE - Brighton

Cooke Family Law Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family law firm in Brighton is seeking a Family Lawyer with 5+ years PQE. The candidate will handle a mixed case load, participate in business development, and benefit from a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, making it ideal for those passionate about family law and out-of-court dispute resolution.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance including an extra day for your birthday

Stakeholder pension scheme

Team events and charity release days

Supportive, nurturing team environment

Clear career progression opportunities

Twice weekly exercise and yoga classes

Confidential therapeutic support

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in family law required.
• Training in Collaborative Law or as a Mediator preferred.
• Enthusiasm for out of court dispute resolution is a must.

Responsibilities

• Service a mixed case load of family work.
• Participate in business development and marketing activities.
• Engage in networking events and write blogs/articles.

Skills

Dispute Resolution

Business Development

Education

5+ years PQE in Family Law

Training in Collaborative Law or Mediation

Job description

Family Lawyer 5+ Years PQE - Brighton - Brighton

01 May 2025

Edward Cooke Family Law is a leading family law firm. As specialists in our field, we are passionately committed to utilising modern, constructive approaches to our work in order to ensure the very best service and outcomes for our clients.

The Role

We are looking for a family lawyer ideally with 5+ years PQE to join our Brighton team. Enthusiasm for out of court dispute resolution is a must and training in Collaborative Law or as a Mediator would be preferred, although the firm may offer training to the right candidate who is ready to expand their out of court offering.

The role could be full-time or part-time and the successful candidate would be expected to service a mixed case load of family work. As an expanding firm, all lawyers actively participate in business development and marketing activities to include blog writing and articles and attendance at networking events.

The Firm

We are a close-knit team of individuals and are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. We are proud that our approach and professionalism since we launched in 2018 has been recognised by The Times Best Law Firms 2025, The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. In 2024, we were named Boutique Family Law Firm of the Year in the British Family Law Awards and Employer of the Year in the Chichester & Bognor Business Awards. Our founder Edward Cooke was named Child Inclusive Mediator of the Year at the National Mediation Awards in December 2024 and Family Law Partner of the Year at the Family Law Awards in November 2023.

We are passionate about creating a working environment which is professionally and personally fulfilling, enriching and supportive.

Being part of the Edward Cooke Family Law team brings:

· A supportive, nurturing team environment

· Clear career progression opportunities

· Family-friendly and hybrid working practices

· Modern, spacious offices in Chichester, Brighton and Farnham.

· A generous holiday allowance including an extra day off for your birthday

· A stakeholder pension scheme

· Team events and charity release days

· Twice weekly (non-compulsory!) team exercise class in Chichester and yoga classes in Brighton

· Regular, confidential one-on-one therapeutic support from a psychotherapist

· Excellent ongoing professional and personal development opportunities

· First class support from our experienced administrative and paralegal team

How to Apply

Applications in confidence toEdward Cooke , Managing Director. Please include your CV.